PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Raiden DX
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Seibu Kaihatsu |
| Publisher | Nihon System |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Raiden |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Raiden DX is a shoot 'em up released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Seibu Kaihatsu and published by Nihon System. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 60 PS1 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Raiden series; on the PS1 you can also try Raiden, Raiden II and The Raiden Project. The series also appears on other systems with Raiden (TurboGrafx-16) and Raiden (Jaguar). Seibu Kaihatsu also made Battle Balls for the PS1.
Raiden DX supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Raiden DX is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Raiden DX walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Raiden DX.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Raiden DX FAQ
When did Raiden DX come out on the PS1?
Raiden DX was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Raiden DX?
It was developed by Seibu Kaihatsu and published by Nihon System.
Is Raiden DX multiplayer?
Yes. Raiden DX supports up to 2 players.
How long does Raiden DX take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Raiden DX typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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